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distinct

adjective

dis·​tinct di-ˈstiŋ(k)t How to pronounce distinct (audio)
1
: distinguishable to the eye or mind as being discrete (see discrete sense 1) or not the same : separate
a distinct cultural group
teaching as distinct from research
2
: presenting a clear unmistakable impression
a neat distinct handwriting
3
archaic : notably decorated
4
a
: notable
a distinct contribution to scholarship
b
: readily and unmistakably apprehended (see apprehend sense 2a)
a distinct possibility of snow
a distinct British accent
the distinct odor of sulfur
distinctly
di-ˈstiŋ(k)-tlē How to pronounce distinct (audio)
-ˈstiŋ-klē
adverb
distinctness
di-ˈstiŋ(k)t-nəs How to pronounce distinct (audio)
-ˈstiŋk-nəs
noun

Synonyms

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distinct, separate, discrete mean not being each and every one the same.

distinct indicates that something is distinguished by the mind or eye as being apart or different from others.

two distinct versions

separate often stresses lack of connection or a difference in identity between two things.

separate rooms

discrete strongly emphasizes individuality and lack of connection.

broke the job down into discrete stages

synonyms see in addition evident

Example Sentences

There are three distinct categories. Each herb has its own distinct flavor. The phrase has three distinct meanings. There was the distinct smell of something burning. The outline became less and less distinct as the light faded. We had the distinct impression that they were lying. See More
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Word History

Etymology

Middle English, from Latin distinctus, from past participle of distinguere — see distinguish

First Known Use

14th century, in the meaning defined at sense 1

Time Traveler
The first known use of distinct was in the 14th century

Phrases Containing distinct

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